People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
Two Penn profs have found “the district actually does more with its resources than any of its high-poverty peers.”
In 1983, DeSanto v. Barnsley sounded unfathomable.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.
It’s time to try something that really gets your attention.
University journalism department steps back from discouraging students to serve at the city’s biggest paper.
Comcast SportsNet to provide sports coverage for NBC10.
Capriotti: Since when do bullies need facts?
Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.
Meet Philly’s Dorien Bryant.
Comcast, universities well-represented on the list.
Smith: Let’s stage America’s largest Thanksgiving dinner instead.
Game was played on the 29-story Cira Center last spring.
